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    Exercise Yama Sakura 91 [Image 1 of 7]

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    A group of Australian Defence Force personnel, predominantly female, are gathered indoors in what appears to be a briefing or tour environment. They are wearing Australian Multicam Camouflage (AMCU) uniforms with visible name tags and rank insignia. The setting includes display screens, informational boards, and what appears to be a military facility or exhibition space with Japanese text visible in the background.

    JAPAN

    09.02.2026

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    U.S. Army Japan

    Australian Army officer Captain Lara Perkovic visits the 7th Division Historical Museum during Exercise Yama Sakura 91 at Camp Higashi-Chitose, Japan. (Courtesy photo by PTE Alli Craig)

    The 1st Australian Division commenced Exercise Yama Sakura 91 in Japan on 02 September 2026. Exercise Yama Sakura is a trilateral command post exercise that enhances interoperability and readiness between the Australian Defence Force, the United States military and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. The exercise focuses on planning and conducting large-scale combat operations as part of a coalition force. Approximately 340 ADF personnel participate alongside 1400 United States Army personnel, 350 United States Marine Corps personnel and 4,000 JGSDF personnel. Activities are conducted primarily at JGSDF Camps Higashi Chitose and Asaka in Japan, with supporting contingents operating from Hawaii.

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    Date Taken: 09.02.2026
    Date Posted: 09.05.2026 02:30
    Photo ID: 9914809
    VIRIN: 260902-D-A1108-5652
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 3.64 MB
    Location: JP
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    A group of Australian Defence Force personnel, predominantly female, are gathered indoors in what appears to be a briefing or tour environment. They are wearing Australian Multicam Camouflage (AMCU) uniforms with visible name tags and rank insignia. The setting includes display screens, informational boards, and what appears to be a military facility or exhibition space with Japanese text visible in the background.
    A group of six military personnel, appearing to include both Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force members and Australian Army soldiers, are gathered around a memorial stone monument with Japanese kanji inscriptions and flower offerings. The scene appears to be a solemn commemorative visit at what looks like a military installation or memorial garden in Japan. The monument is surrounded by rocks and small stone pedestals holding flowers and candles.
    A female soldier in multicam camouflage uniform is aiming a scoped rifle at a shooting range or training facility. A male soldier in similar uniform observes from the right side. The patch on the female soldier's left shoulder appears to be a Samoa or Pacific Island nation flag patch, suggesting a multinational military training exercise.
    A group of nine military personnel in camouflage uniforms pose for a formal group photograph in front of a sign reading '第七師団史料館' (7th Division History Museum). Two military tanks are visible in the background, flanking the group on either side. The setting appears to be an outdoor military museum or memorial site in Japan, surrounded by dense green trees.
    Four military personnel in Australian Army camouflage uniforms and distinctive wide-brimmed slouch hats are posing in front of a Japanese military museum sign reading '第七師団史料館' (7th Division Historical Museum). They are flanked by two static display tanks on a gravel outdoor area. The setting appears to be a Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force base, likely in Hokkaido, Japan.
    A female Australian Defence Force (ADF) soldier in MultiCam camouflage uniform is examining a Japanese sword (katana) on display at what appears to be a military or historical museum. The exhibit features Japanese wartime artifacts including documents written in Japanese kanji, a Japanese national flag (Hinomaru), and what appears to be a traditional garment. The setting suggests a cultural or historical exchange visit to a Japanese military or heritage facility.
    A group of military personnel from at least two different nations are gathered in what appears to be a briefing room or display area. Australian Army soldiers (identifiable by their AUSCAM uniforms and shoulder patches) are interacting with Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force members wearing green camouflage uniforms. One Australian officer is pointing at a glass display case, suggesting a tour or information exchange is taking place.

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